- Textile waste is the second largest polluter of water globally.
- Americans alone throw away 11 million tons of textiles each year.
- Textile waste can take up to 200 years to decompose in a landfill.
- Only 15% of textile waste is recycled, while the rest ends up in landfills or incinerators.
- The fashion industry is responsible for a significant amount of textile waste due to fast fashion trends and overproduction.
- Synthetic fibers like polyester can take up to 200 years to break down in the environment.
- Textile waste can release harmful chemicals and greenhouse gases when incinerated.
- The production of one cotton t-shirt requires 2,700 liters of water, making it crucial to reduce textile waste.
- Textile recycling can save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to producing new textiles.
- Donating or repurposing textiles can help reduce waste and support local communities.
- The fast fashion industry is a major contributor to textile waste, with clothing being produced quickly and cheaply, often with low-quality materials that do not last long.
- Textile waste can have negative environmental impacts, as it can release harmful chemicals and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions when it decomposes in landfills.
